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Morton Grove approves telecom and police vehicle changeover; police outline drone use and protections
Summary
Trustees approved contracts for a village-wide telecom system and police vehicle outfitting; the police chief outlined how the department uses drones, said operators are FAA-licensed and described privacy safeguards, and the board noted an upcoming statewide speed enforcement day.
The Morton Grove Board of Trustees on July 22 approved contracts to replace the village’s phone system and to outfit patrol vehicles, and the police department described recent drone use and steps to notify the public and protect privacy.
Telecom and police vehicles Trustees approved resolution 2555, authorizing an agreement with RingCentral for telecommunication licenses, equipment, implementation and annual maintenance for all village departments. Trustee Shiba presented the item and said the cost “is set to not exceed $128,082.” The motion passed 6–0.
The board also approved resolution 2556 authorizing a contract with Ultra Strobe Communications Inc. to transfer equipment and…
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